LeBron James was handed a Lakers wristband at Saturday’s Summer League game. What happened next showed exactly why the NBA superstar calls his 10-year-old daughter Zhuri his princess.
LeBron James Shows His Devotion to Family in Viral Courtside Gesture
LeBron James sat courtside at the Thomas & Mack Center in Las Vegas, watching his son Bronny help the Los Angeles Lakers beat the New Orleans Pelicans 94-81. The four-time NBA champion wasn’t alone. His wife, Savannah, and 10-year-old daughter Zhuri joined him for the family outing.
The moment unfolded when a Lakers fan approached James for a fist bump. She then revealed a small Lakers wristband in her palm. James smiled, said “thank you,” and immediately handed the wristband to Zhuri.
💜💛 We handed LeBron a @Lakers wristband… and he passed it straight to his baby girl. 🥹👑
Family. Legacy. Love for the game, shared in the smallest moments. pic.twitter.com/Sej3rL5I60
— NBA Summer League (@NBASummerLeague) July 13, 2025
Zhuri’s face lit up as she put the Lakers-branded wristband on her wrist. That simple exchange between father and daughter created a moment that resonated far beyond the arena.
The Unbreakable Bond Between LeBron and His Daughter Zhuri
LeBron James has been vocal about the huge space that his daughter has in his heart, and their rapport has been an ongoing source of motivation not only for the fans of the basketball king but also for everyone around the globe. In a 2021Â interview with Access Hollywood, he explained what his daughter means to him:
“My daughter is the greatest thing in my life, along with my boys. So, whenever she smiles, it don’t matter what I’m doing, it makes me happy.”
LeBron & Zhuri 👑 👸 pic.twitter.com/jr2119imBv
— LakeShowYo (@LakeShowYo) March 21, 2025
The basketball legend has been referred to multiple times as a “girl dad” and cherishes his role as Zhuri’s father. In November 2024, he posted a photo of himself with Zhuri on Instagram, writing: “MY PRINCESS!! I PROMISE TO PROTECT YOU WITH EVERYTHING I HAVE AND MORE!!”
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Beyond basketball, James actively supports Zhuri’s athletic pursuits. When she joined her volleyball team wearing number six in December 2024, he posted: “YOU GO GIRL!!!!!! @allthingszhuri LET’S GO BABY Z!! Best of luck this season and GO CRAZY!! #JamesGang.”
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James’ support extends beyond social media posts. He actively encourages Zhuri’s volleyball career and serves as her biggest cheerleader. Unlike her older brothers, the 10-year-old has chosen volleyball as her sport, and her father stands firmly behind her athletic journey.
